The world premiere of Disney's "The Lion King" went down in Hollywood Wednesday and it was a star-studded affair. It also signals that we are getting even closer to its release in theaters as it's set to open July 19, 2019 worldwide.
This new imagining of a classic many of us know welcomes beloved characters back to the big screen in a whole new way. Revisit the synopsis below:
Director Jon Favreau's all-new "The Lion King" journeys to the African savanna where a future king is born. Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub's arrival. Scar, Mufasa's brother—and former heir to the throne—has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba's exile. With help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba will have to figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his.
A new clip featuring "Circle of Life" also debuted tonight during the event's livestream:
"Circle of Life" Clip | The Lion Kingyoutu.be
In the images below, you'll see some of our favorites strut the red carpet in glistening looks, including Beyoncé and Blue, Chiwetel Ejiofor, South African legend John Kani and his family, Florence Kasumba, Tiffany Haddish and more.
Take a look:
Beyoncé and Blue.
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Atandwa Kani, Mandi Kani, and John Kani.
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Tiffany Haddish.
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Chiwetel Ejiofor.
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Florence Kasumba.
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Chloe and Halle.
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Lance and Berkeley Brynn Gross.
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'The Lion King' cast.
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Donald Glover, Beyoncé and Chiwetel Ejifor.
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